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XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Copyright EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A.– Copyright © 2011-2013. All rights reserved. Disclaimer The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only and subject to change without notice.
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XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS WHAT'S NEW? 1. 2. 3. 4. VII OVERVIEW 1 1.1. Presentation 1 1.2. Proxy Server 2 SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE 3 2.1. Safety 3 2.2. EMC Standards 3 2.3. EMC Warning 4 2.4. FCC Marking 5 2.5. CE Marking 5 HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 6 3.1. Mechanical Dimensions and Weights 6 3.1.1. Rack Mount 4U Main Frame 6 3.1.2. Rack Mount 6U Main Frame 7 3.1.3. SAS-HDX Unit 10 3.1.4.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 4.5. Recording Capacities 5. HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CABLING 5.1. Rack Installation 35 35 35 5.1.2. Ventilation and Rack Mounting 35 5.1.3. Boards Checking 35 36 5.2.1. Rear Panel Configurations 36 5.2.2. 6U Rear Panel Layout 36 5.2.3. 4U Rear Panel Layout 41 5.3. Video Connections 45 5.4. Audio Connections 45 5.4.1. Audio Channels 45 5.4.2. Digital Audio DA-15 Pinout 46 5.4.3. Analog Audio DA-15 Pinout 47 5.4.4.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 6.2.5. COD Connectivity in SLSM 2Ph Single Link 3G-SDI 79 6.2.6. Channel Assignment 81 6.3. Audio Codec Board 83 6.4. Raid Controller Boards 84 6.4.1. H3X Board 84 6.4.2. RCTL Board on SAS Disk Array 86 6.4.3. External RAID Array SAS-HDX 87 6.5. MTPC Board Table of Contents 90 6.5.1. Introduction 90 6.5.2.
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XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual What's New? The changes linked to new features in Version 11.01 are listed in the table below. In the Hardware Technical Reference Manual, the icon has been added on the left margin to highlight information on new and updated features (described in the first table). Click the section number in the table to jump directly to the corresponding section. Section Description 6.2.
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XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 1. Overview 1.1. Presentation Welcome in the EVS range of products and thank you for using an EVS XT3 server. We will do our best to satisfy your video production needs and we look forward to continuing working with you. The EVS XT3 servers are full digital in PAL (625i), NTSC (525i), 720p, 1080p, and 1080i standards.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B XT3 servers can also be controlled by EVS applications: Live Slow Motion (LSM): for sports production, including replays, highlights editing, and analysis tools like Split Screen to compare 2 synchronized actions side by side, Target Tracking and Painting to highlight a particular detail or provide tactical explanations. IPDirector: a suite of Windows software applications designed to manage networked EVS video servers.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 2. Safety and Compliance 2.1. Safety This equipment has been designed and tested to meet the requirements of the following: • EN 60950 (European): Safety of information technology equipment including business equipment. • IEC 950 (International): Safety of information technology equipment including business equipment. In addition, this equipment has been designed to meet the following: • 2.2.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 2.3. Issue 11.01.B Standard Area Title EN 61000-4-7 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part 4 (Limits), Section 7; harmonics and interharmonics measurements and instrumentation, for power supply systems and equipment connected thereto. EN 61000-4-11 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part 4 (Limits); Section 11 ; Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 2.4. FCC Marking This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. The following labels are affixed on the equipment: 2.5.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B 3. Hardware Specifications 3.1. Mechanical Dimensions and Weights 3.1.1. Rack Mount 4U Main Frame Weight 4U - 19 inches chassis with 6 HDD on RCTL board 31 kg / 68.3 lb. Dimensions The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the XT3 server with a 4U chassis. Front view Left view 6 3.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Right view Top view 3.1.2. Rack Mount 6U Main Frame Weight Disk Configuration Weight 6U - 19 inches chassis with 6 HDD on RCTL board (fix mounted) 35 kg / 77.2 lb 6U - 19 inches chassis with 12 HDD on RCTL board (fix mounted) 37 kg / 81.6 lb 6U - 19 inches chassis with 6 HDD on hot swap rack 37 kg / 81.6 lb 6U - 19 inches chassis with 12 HDD on hot swap rack 39 kg / 86.0 lb 3.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Dimensions The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the XT3 server with a 6U chassis. Front view Left view Right view 8 3.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 3.1.3. Issue 11.01.B SAS-HDX Unit The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the SAS-HDX external array. For more information on the SAS-HDX, refer to "External RAID Array SAS-HDX" on page 87. 10 3.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 3.1.4. Control Devices The following control devices can optionally be connected to your server to control it. LSM Remote Control Panel Weight: 2.9 kg / 6.3 lb. 10” Touch Screen Video Monitor Weight: 3.6 kg / 7.8 lb. 18” Touch Screen Video Monitor Weight: 11.0 kg / 23.9 lb. 3.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Keyboard Weight: 0.4 kg / 0.9 lb. Tablet Weight: 0.3 kg / 0.66 lb. (Ref: Wacom® CTF-430 Bamboo One) 3.2. Power Supply Redundant Power Supply The server is fitted with two auto switching and hot-swappable power supplies. The secondary hot-swappable power supply should be connected to the mains to allow automatic power switching to this second power supply should the first one fail.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Electrical Specifications Rated voltage: 115 to 240 VAC (single phase) Rated frequency: 47-63 Hz Input connector: CEE 22/IEC 320 3-pin male receptacle Connection to supply: Pluggable equipment Type A (EN 60950 §1.2.5): Equipment which is intended for connection to the building power supply wiring via a non-industrial plug and socket-outlet or a non-industrial appliance coupler or both. Correct mains polarity must always be observed.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 4. Software Specifications 4.1. Video Specifications Issue 11.01.B Video Standards The following table lists the video specifications both in SD and in HD format for your XT3 server. Standard Definition High Definition Video Formats 525i 59.94fps (NTSC) 625i 60fps (PAL) 720p 50/59.94fps 1080i 50/59.94fps 1080p 50/59.94fps (DualLink or 3G) Digital Interface 10-bit 4:2:2 Serial (ST 259:2008). Full frame synchronizer at input.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual SMPTE Standards The following table lists the SMPTE standards supported by your server. Configuration SMPTE standard SD SDI ST 259:2008 (525i 59.94 Hz; 625i 50 Hz) HD SDI ST 292-1:2011, ST 292:2012 (720p 50 and 59.94 Hz; 1080i 50 and 59.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B 4.3. Video Codecs and Bitrates 4.3.1. Supported Codecs Codecs and Related License Codes The XT3 server uses an intra-frame video encoding technique.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Content Transfer Encoding and File Header It is possible to perform the encoding process in 8-bit or 10-bit and to write a 10-bit file on selected codecs.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 4.3.2. Issue 11.01.B Maximum bitrates These maximum values are valid for XT3 servers running Multicam version 11.00 or 11.01. They guarantee a smooth play and a browse at 100% speed on all channels simultaneously.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual If O and E represent respectively the odd and even fields of a standard video signal (50/60 Hz), we have: The original video signal: ◦ OEOEOEOEOEOEOEOE The output video signal at 50% speed: ◦ OOEEOOEEOOEEOOEE The output video signal at 33% speed: ◦ OOOEEEOOOEEEOOOE The output video signal at 25% speed : ◦ OOOOEEEEOOOOEEEE Fields with parity violation are shown in bold, underlined letters.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B interpolation. Even if the operator chooses to use the interpolation, this process will be automatically disabled when not necessary (100% playback for 50/60 Hz signal, 33% and 100% playback for 150/180 Hz signal). Note All professional VTRs use line interpolation in PlayVar mode to avoid vertical jitters. Default value is interpolator off for all configurations except SuperLSM configuration in which 4-line interpolator mode is enabled. 4.4.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 4.4.3. Choice of Bitrate How to Read the Following Tables? 1. Video Bitrate: value set by the user in the advanced parameters window of the XT3 server 2. Fields/Block: numbers of video fields that can be stored in one disk block of 8 MB, taking into account 8 audio tracks. 3.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Avid DNxHD® & Apple ProRes 422 at 50 Hz (“PAL”) Video Bitrate Fields /Block Actual Bandwidth Max. RT Channels 85 Mbps 35 11.43 MB/s Avid DNxHD® 100 Mbps 30 Avid DNxHD® 120 Mbps 185 Mbps Codec Avid DNxHD® XF2 Storage Capacity (in hours and minutes) 250 GB 500 GB 750 GB 1 TB 21.87 5.36 11.24 17.11 22.48 13.33 MB/s 18.75 4.48 9.46 14.44 19.32 26 15.38 MB/s 16.25 4.09 8.28 12.46 16.56 17 23.53 MB/s 10.62 2.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Avid DNxHD® & Apple ProRes 422 at 59.94 Hz (“NTSC”) XF2 Storage Capacity Video Bitrate Codec Fields Actual /Block Bandwidth Max. RT Channels (in hours and minutes) 250 GB 500 GB 750 G1 TB B Avid DNxHD® 85 Mbps 42 11.42 MB/s 21.89 5.36 11.24 17.12 22.48 Avid DNxHD® 100 Mbps 36 13.32 MB/s 18.77 4.48 9.47 14.45 19.34 145 Mbps 26 18.44 MB/s 13.56 3.28 7.03 10.39 14.06 220 Mbps 17 28.21 MB/s 8.86 2.16 4.37 6.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 4.4.4. Issue 11.01.B XF2 Transfers XF2 bandwidth for backup is 50 MB/s and 32 MB/s for restore. Therefore, it can support in backup mode: • 4.0 real time transfers with Avid DNxHD® 85 Mbps • 3.5 real time transfers with Avid DNxHD® 100 Mbps • 3.0 real time transfers with Avid DNxHD® or Apple ProRes 422 at 120 Mbps (PAL) • 2.5 real time transfers with Avid DNxHD® or Apple ProRes 422 at 145 Mbps (NTSC) Therefore it can support in restore mode: 4.4.5.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Restore Maximum transfer speeds through the Gigabit ports of the XT3 server: • 6 simultaneous real time transfers with Avid DNxHD® 85 Mbps • 4 x faster than real time on a single transfers with Avid DNxHD® 85 Mbps • 5.7 simultaneous real time transfers with Avid DNxHD® 100 Mbps • 3.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 4.5. Issue 11.01.B Recording Capacities Disk Storage The disk storage, on SAS disks, can be as follows, with a total of up to 84 disks: • internal storage only: 6 or 12 x 300 GB or 900 GB SAS disks • external storage only: up to 4 arrays with 24 x 300 GB or 900 GB SAS disks, with or without spare disks • both internal and external storage. Warning The sum of internal and external disk storage on an XT3 server cannot exceed 20 TB.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B (4+1) # Disks 30 # Ext # # arr- RAID- Sparay S es 30Mb- 40Mbps ps 50Mb- 100Mb- 110Mb- 120Mb- 185Mbps ps ps ps ps 4 4 audio- audios s 4 8 audioaudios s 8 audios 8 audios 8 audios 74 4 14 4 1067 822 678 333 311 278 189 75 4 15 0 1143 881 726 357 333 297 202 79 4 15 4 1143 881 726 357 333 297 202 80 4 16 0 1220 940 775 381 355 317 216 84 4 16 4 1220 940 775 381 355 317 216 4.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Recording Capacity in Hours for 5 Disk (4+1) RAID Configuration – 59.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual (4+1) # # Ext # # Diskarra- RAID- Spars y S es 30Mbps 40Mbps 50Mbps 100Mbps 110Mb- 145Mb- 220Mbps ps ps 4 audios 4 audios 4 audios 8 audios 8 audios 8 audios 8 audios 74 4 14 4 1066 825 677 333 306 231 157 75 4 15 0 1143 884 725 357 328 248 168 79 4 15 4 1143 884 725 357 328 248 168 80 4 16 0 1219 943 773 381 349 265 180 84 4 16 4 1219 943 773 381 349 265 180 4.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Recording Capacity in Hours for 6 Disk (5+1) RAID Configuration – 59.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 5. Hardware Installation and Cabling 5.1. Rack Installation 5.1.1. Unpacking Upon receipt of the equipment examine packing for obvious signs of damage. If damaged, do not unpack and inform the carrier immediately. Check thanks to the included packing list if all the items are present and if they show any mechanical damage. If yes, report damage or the missing parts to EVS or their appropriate representative. 5.1.2.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 5.2. Rear Panel Description 5.2.1. Rear Panel Configurations Issue 11.01.B The XT3 server comes in a variety of configurations and rear panel variants: • 6U rack with 6, 4 or 2 channels and various audio connectors. • 4U rack with 4 or 2 channels and various audio connectors. The different available configurations and the connectors positions and types for each of these variants are described in the following topics. 5.2.2.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Video and Codecs The codecs modules allow connections for recording and playback of video material. Each connector on a codec module is connected to the corresponding J connector on the COD A or COD B module of a V3X board. See section "V3X Video and Reference Boards" on page 68 for more details on each connector specific usage according to the different configurations.
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XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Controls and Communications This rear panel part presents some or all of the following connectors according to your configuration: • The Ref Video connectors allow the server to receive or send back the analog genlock reference signal. • The XNet2 connectors allow the interconnection of EVS servers, XF2, and/or XStore in an XNet2 network.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Controls and Communications This rear panel part presents some or all of the following connectors according to your configuration: • The PC LAN connector is a XLR connector that enables the connection to the PC LAN network. • The Audio Monitoring Outputs connectors are AES XLR connectors that allow audio output connections for monitoring purposes.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 5.2.3. 4U Rear Panel Layout Rear Panel Areas The following drawing represents an example of a 4U rear panel available on an XT3 server. The various areas of the rear panel are highlighted in the drawing and their respective variants are listed in the following table along with a short description of the related connectors. 5.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Video and Codecs The codecs modules allow connections for recording and playback of video material. Each connector on a codec module is connected to the corresponding J connector on the COD A or COD B module of a V3X board. See section "V3X Video and Reference Boards" on page 68 for more details on each connector specific usage according to the different configurations.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Analog Audio The analog audio inputs and outputs are available on multi-pin (DA-15) connectors for audio signal inputs and outputs in analog format. See section "Audio Connections" on page 45 for more details on the connectors pinout according to the different configurations.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Controls and Communications This rear panel part presents some or all of the following connectors according to your configuration: • The Ref Video connectors allow the server to receive or send back the analog genlock reference signal. • The XNet2 connectors allow the interconnection of EVS servers, XF2, and/or XStore in an XNet2 network.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Power Supplies The server power supply is made of two hot-swappable units. Both of these units are connected to allow automatic power switching to the second power supply should the first one fail. 5.3. Video Connections You fill find full details on video connections in the Configuration manual, Supported Configuration chapter. 5.4. Audio Connections 5.4.1.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 5.4.2. Issue 11.01.B Digital Audio DA-15 Pinout The digital audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on the rear panel and viewed from outside). Its pinout is described in the following table where each column corresponds to one of the 4 available connectors.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 5.4.3. Analog Audio DA-15 Pinout The analog audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on the rear panel and viewed from outside). Its pinout is described in the following table where each column corresponds to one of the 4 available connectors.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 5.4.4. Issue 11.01.B Monitoring Audio DA-15 Pinout The monitoring audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on the rear panel and viewed from outside). Its pinout is described in the following table.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 5.5. RS422 Connections 5.5.1. RS422 Connector Pinout The RS422 connectors are used to connect a remote control (from EVS or third party) to your server. The cable wiring is a straightforward pin-to-pin connection as illustrated in the following diagram. You should use a shielded cable to avoid electromagnetic interference on long distances.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B To ensure the failover, the backup links between IPDirector workstations and the XT3 servers need to be physically wired to a second RS422 port, as shown on the following schema: The serial link redundancy will ensure that there is no single point of failure in the setup. However, you need to put into place a thoroughly thought through IPDP configuration for the SynchroDB to continue working correctly.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 5.6. XNet Network 5.6.1. Introduction The XNet2 network is composed by several EVS video servers all connected with a 75Ohm coaxial cable (BNC). The exchange between systems is operated through the SDTI interface at 1485 Mbps. On XT3 servers there is one pair of SDTI connectors: XNet2 Non-Relay connectors that can be used at 1485 Mbps. The SDTI loop is closed only when the Multicam software is started.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Connection Diagram Without EVS XHub SDTI Hub Example of XNet2 network without hub: 52 5.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Connection Diagram With EVS XHub SDTI Hub Example of XNet2 network with a SDTI hub: 5.6.3. Required Conditions to Set up and Run XNet 1. All systems on the network must be XT2, XT2+, XT3 or XS family servers, and XF2, XStoreSE, XHub2, or XHub3 devices. 2. The SDTI advanced option code (for network client, master, or server modes) must be validated in the options list. 3. They should all be running compatible software version.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B 6. A different network number must be specified for each EVS video server that you want to connect to the network. If the same network number is assigned to 2 different systems, the second one will not be able to connect and a warning message will be displayed. 7. All EVS video servers must be connected with a good quality BNC 75 Ohm cable to form a closed loop.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 5.6.4. Starting XNet 1. When all above conditions are fulfilled, turn on the “Server” EVS video server and start the Multicam application. 2. Turn on all “Masters” and “Clients” EVS video servers, and make sure the Multicam application is started on all of them. 3. They should see the “Server” on the network and they will connect automatically. Connection takes a few seconds (usually between 2 and 5 sec) for each EVS video server. 5.6.5.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 5.7. Gigabit Network 5.7.1. Functional Overview Issue 11.01.B The Gigabit connection makes it possible to transfer video and audio material from your XT3 server to external systems via the TCP/IP network. The external systems can be the following: • A storage system or an archiving system, such as XStore or XF2. • A non-linear editing system, such as Xedio, Apple Final Cut Pro, or Avid.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 5.7.2. Backup of Clips Overview The following schema shows how the backup of clips is performed with the Gigabit connection and XTAccess: Workflow 1. An external system, for example IP Director, sends an XML file to XTAccess to request the backup of a given clip created on an XT3 server . 2. XTAccess processes the XML file: ◦ It gets the clip content that has to be backed up from the server.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 5.7.3. Issue 11.01.B Restore of Clips Overview Only clips having one of the following formats can be restored: EVS MXF, MXF OP-1A, or Quick Time (depending on the video codec). The restore process can be set up in two different ways: • Via XML file sent by the external application. • Via folder scan. The following schema shows how the restore of clips is performed with the Gigabit connection and XTAccess: Workflow (Restore via XML File) 1.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Workflow (Restore via Folder Scan) 1. Based on the parameters defined in XTAccess, this application scans specific folders on external backup or archiving systems. 2. When a clip file has been written to the scanned folder, XTAccess creates a copy of the clip on the server specified in the XTAccess parameters. The restored clip receives a new UmID and LSM ID: ◦ Multicam automatically assigns a UmID to the restored clip.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Comparison The models HP Procurve 2510G-24, Cisco Catalyst 2960S-24TS and 2960S-48TS can be used for small setups where no inter-VLAN routing is needed. The models Cisco Catalyst 2960S-24TD and 2960S-48TD can be used for small setups where 10G uplinks are required, but no inter-VLAN routing is needed.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B 5.8. GPIO Connections 5.8.1.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Opto isolated Inputs (GP In 1, 2, 3, 4) Pin-Out Specifications • The input consists in an opto diode (VF @ 1.1 Volt) in series with a 470 ohm resistor. • Typical switching point @ 1.4 mA, for secure operation: • ◦ i=0 to 0.5 mA -> opto OFF ◦ i=2.5 to 30 mA -> opto ON ◦ imax= 30 mA Direct connection to a TTL/CMOS signal possible (Pin opto - to GND and pin opto + to the TTL/CMOS signal). Typical switching point @ 1.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B TTL Inputs (GP In 5, 6, 7, 8) Relay Inputs Pin-Out The relay must be connected between the ground and the corresponding TTL input on the DB-25. TTL Inputs Pin-Out Each TTL input on the DB-25 is directly connected to the pin of the TTL connector on the device triggering the GPI. The ground must be common between the DB-25 connector of the XT3 server and the external device.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 5.8.3. GP Out Connections Relay Isolated Outputs (GP Out 1, 2, 3, 4) Pin-Out The user can define the functions, types and settings associated to the GPI outs in the following applications: • Setup menu of the Remote Panel • IP Director settings (GPI and Auxiliary Track tab) Specifications • normally open contact (power off -> open) • maximum 1 A • maximum 50 Volts • typical life time: 100.000.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Specifications 66 • each pin can be individually configured as an output or an input • internal 4K7 pull up to +5 V • low level Vi < 1.5 Volt (U12 = 74HC245) • high level Vi > 3.5 Volt (U12 = 74HC245) • optional TTL compatible level (U12 = 74HCT245) 5.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 6. Boards Description 6.1. Boards and Slots Configuration The XT3 server is equipped with several boards that are all developed by EVS.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B 6.2. V3X Video and Reference Boards 6.2.1. Description The V3X board is divided in 3 parts: a base board identified as V3X base (rear section and center extension), and two modules identified as COD A V3X (front left) and COD B V3X (front right). The COD A V3X and COD B V3X modules are the actual codec modules, each of them being able to be configured by software either as an encoder (for a record channel) or as a decoder (for a play channel).
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Block Diagram The block diagram of the V3X board is illustrated hereunder with the connectors, jumpers and LEDs location: 6.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Base Board Jumpers The following table lists the V3X base board jumpers and their respective function: Jumper Function ST1, ST2 These 2 jumpers must be installed on the last V3X board of the server (that is on V3X #1, 2, or 3 if there are respectively 1, 2, or 3 V3X boards installed in the server). ST3 (SPARE) «Parking» for ST1 and ST2 jumpers when they are not used. ST4 (only on V3X with genlock) Must be set to HiZ (or not installed).
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual V3X COD Modules LEDs The following table lists the LEDs available on then V3X COD modules (from left to right): LED Color Status CPU Green Blinking Indicates CPU activity. PLAY Green Function On There is a problem with the module processor. On The module is set in play mode by the software. Off The module is set in record mode.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Connector Assignments Connector SD mode HD mode J1 J5 is factory-wired to the backplane instead of J1. You can connect J1 instead of J5 if CVBS monitoring is required in SD or HD mode. Connector label CHAR SD SDI monitoring is no longer available on J1. J2 J3 CVBS monitoring output (SD) CVBS monitoring output (SD, downconverted) SDI monitoring output (SD) SDI monitoring output (SD, downconverted) Not wired to the backplane.
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XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 6.2.3. COD Connectivity in 3D and 1080p Dual Link This section describes the connector assignments and layout for the video standards HD 3D and 1080p in Dual Link mode. Connector Assignments Connector 3D/1080p mode Connector label J1 N/A CHAR SD J2 SDI monitoring output (SD, down-converted) Not wired to the backplane.
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XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 6.2.4. COD Connectivity in 3D and 1080p Single Link 3G-SDI This section describes the connector assignments and layout for the video standards HD 3D and 1080p in Single Link 3G-SDI mode. Connector Assignments Connector 3D/1080p Mode Connector label J1 N/A CHAR SD J2 SDI program output 2D Not wired to the backplane.
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XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 6.2.5. COD Connectivity in SLSM 2Ph Single Link 3G-SDI This section describes the connector assignments and layout for the SLSM 2-phase cameras in Single Link 3G-SDI mode. Connector Assignments Connector SLSM 2-Phase 3G Mode Connector label J1 N/A CHAR SD J2 SDI program output Not wired to the backplane.
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XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 6.2.6. Channel Assignment 6 Channels Server Upper Codec (SLOT 4) Middle Codec (SLOT 3) Lower Codec (SLOT 2) 4 Channels Server Upper Codec (SLOT 3) 6.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Lower Codec (SLOT 2) 2 Channels Server Lower Codec (SLOT 2) 82 6.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 6.3. Audio Codec Board The audio codec board is the audio interface between the V3X boards and the H3X board. Video codec and audio codec boards are tied to the H3X board with one bus connector on the front side. Different audio configurations are available with the audio codec board. See "Audio Connections" on page 45 for details. The following LEDs are available on the audio codec board: • LD 1-3: Internal EVS information only.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 6.4. Raid Controller Boards 6.4.1. H3X Board Issue 11.01.B The H3X raid controller board is divided in 4 parts (2 in front, 2 in the back). 84 • Front left: GBE (GigE) module. • Front right: CTL controller module. • Back left: CPU module . • Back right: SDTI module. 6.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual LEDs Function The available LEDs on the XNet2CTL controller module are, from left to right: LED Color Status Function LED 1 Green On Ok. Red On An error occurred while booting the H3X board. — — For EVS internal use only. FRAMER Green On The signal on the XNet2 IN connector is a valid EVS SDTI signal. NET Green On The XNet2 SDTI network is established (SDTI loop closed, correct speed, etc).
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 6.4.2. Issue 11.01.B RCTL Board on SAS Disk Array Disk Arrays on systems with H3X boards have a controller on the disk array board. Different configurations can be used • One internal array with a series of 6 disks • One internal array with two stacked series of 6 disks, • No internal storage LEDs on Internal Array LEDs 1 to 6 are used in case of one internal array of 6 disks.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 6.4.3. External RAID Array SAS-HDX The SAS-HDX is a 2U external disk storage containing up to 24 hot-swappable SAS disks, with a minimum of 5 disks. External storage can be used with or without internal storage. It is connected to the server via a dedicated SAS cable on the rear panel of the server, provided that the X-ESAS connection module has been placed inside the server.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B LEDs on the External Array For each disk, a blue LED and a red LED are present. Status Function Blue Led Red Led Off On (steady) Defect drive – must be replaced. Blinking Off Connected, disk being written to / read from. On (steady) Off Connected, disk not currently written to / read from. On (steady) On, slowly blinking Spare disk - the corresponding disk is started and used in the RAID array.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual Disk Insertion and Removal To insert or remove a disk from an external array, carefully follow these steps: 6.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 6.5. MTPC Board 6.5.1. Introduction Issue 11.01.B The function of the PC board is mainly the control of the video hardware and the interface of the peripheral equipment (such as a remote controller) with the video hardware. The following MTPC board is used: • Revision A3/A6 with COMMEL HS873 motherboard and a new time code management module (with bootable USB).
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual 6.5.2. A3/A6 Board 6.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - January 2013 Issue 11.01.B Multiviewer The multiviewer board is an option on XT3 servers. Connectors Function IN The J2 connectors from the CODEC modules of the COHX board are connected to the IN connectors of the multiviewer board. OUT1 HD The OUT HD connector of the multiviewer board is connected to the MULTIVIEWER HD SDI connector on the rear panel of the server.
XT3 Server - Version 11.01 - Hardware Technical Reference Manual In standard configuration only Remote one (on RS422 port 1) is allowed to reset the system. Warning This jumper should be removed if the device connected to the RS422 port is NOT an EVS controller. Maximum voltage on pin 5 of an RS422 port of the server should not exceed 5 Volt when the corresponding jumper is engaged.
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